Luther C. Klager Elementary School celebrates another successful Grandparents’ Day
by Melissa Yekulis On Monday, November 24, Luther C. Klager Elementary School was overflowing with cheer as the children welcomed their grandparents to their annual Grandparents’ Day celebration. This year, there were more than 230 guests in attendance. Grandparents were treated to a short musical performance when they arrived. Before heading in for breakfast with their grandchildren, […]
Manchester Family Services celebrates 30 years of support from Food Gatherers
by Sara Swanson Manchester Family Services (MFS) is a local organization that provides financial help and offers monthly food distribution to Manchester-area residents in need. This week they are extending their deep gratitude to Food Gatherers of Washtenaw County on the 30-year anniversary of their partnership. Catherine Moore of MFS stated, “Manchester Family Services has […]
2025 CROP Walk total is in
by Sara Swanson We reported in mid October that this year’s CROP Hunger Walk raised a little over $3,600 to fight hunger both locally and further afield. However, organizers were still collecting donations through the end of October. Organizer Cathy Moore stated last week that the final numbers are in and in the end, the […]
Mailbox set up for kids to write to Santa!
by Sara Swanson Do you have a little one who would like to send a letter to Santa and receive one back in reply? Have them write a letter and drop it into the special red mailbox located in the alley on Main Street, located between Dance With Heart Studios and the Bank Michigan/Main Street […]
Roadwork in Sharon Township this week
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the Washtenaw County Road Commission will perform forestry work on Grass Lake Rd between Sylvan Rd and M-52 in Sharon Township. This will result in daytime road closures. The recommended detour is on Lehman and Sylvan roads. The road improvements are expected to take […]
Christmas in the Village parade moves to Saturday, Men’s Club holding parade food drive
by Sara Swanson This year the Christmas in the Village parade is moving from Friday evening to Saturday evening, closing off the event instead of kicking it off. It will remain a lighted evening parade! Everyone is invited to decorate their vehicle, lawnmower, animal, or bike with lights and join in. Just show up at […]
Manchester Wellness Center memberships now free for some seniors!
by Sara Swanson The Manchester Wellness Center began 13 years ago in the unassuming brick building behind Riverside Intermediate School at 710 E Main, off the rear parking lot. It welcomes all ages and ability levels with the goal of making health and wellness accessible, friendly, and sustainable for everyone; from people who are just […]
November school board meeting update: propane buses, interactive gym, and STEM field trip to New Orleans
by Melissa Yekulis The monthly Manchester Community Schools board meeting took place the evening of Monday, November 17. All board members were present at the meeting. The meeting opened with a brief review of Robert’s Rules. A review of meeting minutes of the board operating procedures meeting, regular board of education meeting, capital improvement meeting, policy […]
Lions Club needs volunteers for Kids’ Christmas 2025
submitted by Barry Allen, Manchester Lions Club Kids’ Christmas has been a Manchester tradition for many years. Starting back with the Civic Club, then to the Kiwanis along with the Lions, it is now coordinated solely by the Manchester Lions Club in conjunction with Manchester Family Services. But the Lions Club needs volunteers from the […]
Vintage Flea to sponsor a Men’s Club tree
by Marsha Chartrand Jennifer Miller, owner of the Vintage Flea at 128 E Main St, has come up with a new idea to get the community to honor the Men’s Club. “They do so much to help everyone else in Manchester,” she said. “It’s time we did something to show our appreciation. And what more […]
